The Independent is actively reporting on critical issues, including reproductive rights and the recent detention of two British citizens in Iran. The Foreign Office confirmed their detention on security-related charges and is providing consular assistance. The Iranian state media reported the arrest, which adds to concerns about Iran's use of such detentions to leverage political negotiations. Rights groups and Western countries have frequently accused Iran of using spurious charges for political gain, a claim Tehran denies despite numerous incidents involving dual nationals and foreign detainees.
Two British citizens have been detained in Iran on security-related charges, with the Foreign Office confirming consular assistance is being provided.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have a history of arresting dual nationals and foreigners on dubious security charges, raising fears of political motivations behind these detentions.
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